GRE Word List

SINECURE

an office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income

The meaning of the word sinecure is an office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income.

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representationalone that represents: such as
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lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
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consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord
panachean ornamental tuft (as of feathers) especially on a helmet
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eloquencediscourse marked by force and persuasiveness
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